Spirit Master Girl: Contracting with an SSS-Level School Beauty at the Start-Chapter 23: Parting Gift, Seven-colored Soft Scales

Of course, that was just a joke, not really asking for a gift.

But Ye Ajian didn't seem to have any intention of giving one either. He chuckled and said, "I am the best gift for mom and dad. As for you, big brother, shouldn't you be the one preparing a gift for me?"

"Hey, you little rascal..."

Ye Anu was left speechless. When it came to verbal sparring, he was really not a match for Ye Ajian.

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"Alright, now that everyone is back, let's have dinner."

At General Ye's command, everyone headed to the dining room for dinner.

Ye Ajian seemed to like Xiao Zhan a lot; he sat next to him during the meal and kept starting conversations, acting very familiar.

Xiao Zhan also felt quite fond of Ye Ajian.

During their conversation, he learned that Ye Ajian was seventeen and hadn't awakened his powers yet. The awakening would occur next year around this time.

But looking at the Ye Family's genetics, and with this young man appearing quite intelligent, he would likely awaken to a remarkable talent in the future.

"Right, Anu, you said seven days ago you'd be coming back, why was there such a delay?" General Ye asked during the meal.

Ye Anu replied, "Oh, it was nothing serious. Just as I was about to leave, we encountered a minor attack by demon beasts. I led the troops to clear them out, which delayed me a few days."

"Demon beast attack? Such a major event, why didn't you report it?"

"It wasn't a big deal, just some scattered low-level demon beasts, about a dozen, so I didn't report it. After clearing them, I worried there might be more attacks, so I stayed a few extra days; otherwise, I would have returned sooner," Ye Anu explained.

Hearing this, General Ye relaxed a bit. If it was just a dozen low-level demon beasts, then indeed there was no need to report.

Being stationed on the border, such incidents happen often.

"However, this year is a bit strange. Normally, during this period, demon beasts aren't very active. Recently, there have been several scattered harassment attacks, and the soldiers dare not let their guard down!" Ye Anu suddenly said, frowning.

Demon beasts aren't restless all year round; there is always a more peaceful period.

And as their station is in an eternally cold area, these peaceful periods tend to be longer.

But this year, what should have been a calm time has become more eventful.

Upon hearing this, General Ye became worried again.

"Chaos often forebodes something sinister. Pay more attention to scouting, especially the area around Snow Demon Valley. Keep a close eye and report any abnormalities to me promptly!"

"Yes, father."

"Enough, let's not talk about other matters while eating. Let's enjoy our meal first." Zhang Runya interjected at this point.

A nice meal time turned into a work report session.

"Listen to your mother, let's eat first." General Ye, who was wary of his wife, didn't say anything further.

They seriously focused on their meal.

After dinner, everyone gathered again for a chat, but Ye Youlong didn't seem to enjoy the atmosphere and soon found an excuse to return to his room.

Xiao Zhan was also getting ready to leave; having nothing more to say, he would have preferred to go, but General Ye stopped him.

No choice but to stay.

Fortunately, with Ye Ajian continually making conversation, it wasn't too awkward.

About an hour later, everyone dispersed.

At this point, General Ye called Xiao Zhan into his study.

"General Ye, do you need something?"

"From now on, just call me Second Uncle. 'General Ye' is too formal." General Ye waved his hand and said.

"Yes, Second Uncle."

Xiao Zhan knew that he might have started to accept himself a bit.

But that wasn't important.

It was just a title; whatever Xiao Zhan called him didn't matter.

Ye Wudi gestured for him to sit, then picked up a box of tea leaves to brew, speaking meanwhile, "When we first met, I was a bit harsh on you, don't take it to heart. I was worried you were arrogantly talented, but after observing you for these seven days, I found that your character is very steady, different from what I imagined."

Xiao Zhan approached him, took the tea leaves and hot water, but Ye Wudi stopped him.

"You just sit, I'll make the tea."

"How could I?" Xiao Zhan said.

It didn't seem appropriate for an elder to make tea for a younger person.

"It's nothing," Ye Wudi replied straightforwardly.

The boiling water poured into the tea cup, rolling hot, swirling the tea leaves, and slowly releasing a fragrant aroma.

He handed a cup to Xiao Zhan, then continued, "Of course, this tea isn't for free."

"Uncle, just say whatever you command, whatever I can do I won't be vague."

"You certainly ought to be clear-cut, as for whether you can do it... you must do it even if you can't!"

Hearing this, Xiao Zhan tensed up, it sounded like a very serious matter.

"Youlong must have told you some things, right?"

"No," Xiao Zhan shook his head.

"Oh?" This surprised Ye Wudi; he thought Youlong would have told him.

But then again, given Youlong's current character, it was normal that she didn't.

"No matter, since she hasn't told you, I won't either. Knowing might actually be bad for you."

Having said that, Ye Wudi took out another box, which was very ancient-looking, but Xiao Zhan felt a particularly profound aura from it.

He grew serious.

Ye Wudi then opened the box, which contained a piece of white clothing.

The material of the clothing was indiscernible, but it was very thin and soft, in a uniform color with only some faint patterns, which were irregular, like snake patterns,

and under the light, it reflected wave-like, multicolored hues.

It was very beautiful.

However, the beauty was marred by a tear in the clothing, as if it had been ripped by something sharp.

Xiao Zhan immediately realized that this clothing was no ordinary item.

Ye Wudi gently stroked the clothing, a trace of sadness showing in his eyes.

"This soft armor is named Seven-colored Soft Scales. It was made from the skin of a Dragon Level Demon Beast, Seven-Colored Giant Python, which my older brother slayed. Its defensive power is astounding; even though it's now damaged, it can still withstand a full strike from a Sixth Grade Spirit Master!"

"Now, I am entrusting this soft armor to you. If you have the chance in the future, repair it well – it should be able to bring you great help."

Listening to his words, Xiao Zhan's breathing grew heavier — soft armor that could withstand a strike from a Sixth Grade Spirit Master!

Just handed over to me?

"You need not refuse; to be precise, this armor isn't for you, it's for Youlong! You shall use this armor to protect her well! This is the real mission this armor imparts to you!" Ye Wudi added.

Who said I was going to refuse?

Xiao Zhan took the soft armor without any hesitation; joking aside, this was a lifesaver, why wouldn't he take it!

The Ye Family had vast possessions, and it was only right for him as their son-in-law to take something.